Privacy Policy
KC Group Privacy Policy
Who are we?
KC Group (Kate+Co Ltd) is based at 2nd Floor, 141 High Street, Solihull B91 3SR. We provide permanent and temporary recruitment services to clients.
Who does this Privacy Policy apply to?
This policy applies to any personal data provided to KC Group by phone, email, social media or any other method by clients, candidates, suppliers and anyone who we may contact in relation to any other area of our business.
Note: We may amend this Privacy Policy from time to time. Please visit this page to stay up to date, as we will post any changes here. If you are dissatisfied with any aspect of our Privacy Policy, you may have legal rights and, where relevant, we have described these as well.
What does this Policy cover?
KC Group ensures your data is handled and stored safely. This policy explains:
The types of personal data that we collect about you
How and why we collect and use your personal data
How long we keep your personal data for
When, why and with whom we will share your personal data
The legal basis we have for using your personal data
The effect of refusing to provide the personal data requested
The different rights and choices you have when it comes to your personal data
How we may contact you and how you can contact us
What personal data do we collect about you?
Candidates
We collect and use only the information necessary to find the best available opportunities and assess your eligibility through the different stages of recruitment. This information includes:
- CVs
- Identification documents
- Educational records
- Work history
- Employment and references
- Financial information
We may also collect sensitive personal data about you, related to your health, diversity information or details of any criminal convictions. We only collect and process sensitive personal data where you have given your explicit consent.
Clients
We collect and use only the information necessary to provide you, or people in your organization, with services such as finding the best available candidates for your opportunities.
Other data subjects
We collect and use only the information necessary to contact you and pay you for the services you provide.
Website Users
We collect and use only the information necessary to improve your experience when using our website. This may include how, when and how often you visit us.
Where do we collect personal data about you from?
We may collect personal data about you from the following sources:
- Directly from you
- From an agent/third party acting on your behalf (e.g., A Contractor’s Limited Company)
- Through publicly available sources (e.g., LinkedIn, Job Boards)
- By Reference or word of mouth
We may use software programs such as Sourcebreaker, Logic Melon, Odro and Bullhorn to collect information through publicly available sources.
How do we use your personal data?
Candidates
We use your personal data to match your skills and experience with potential employers and to send you information about relevant job opportunities.
Clients
We use your personal data to find the right candidates for your opportunities and for contractual obligations.
Suppliers
We use your personal data for contact purposes and contractual obligations.
How long do we keep your personal data for?
We retain your information only for as long as necessary to use your information for the purposes described or to comply with our legal obligations.
Who do we share your personal data with?
- Candidates: We share your data with clients who have positions to fill and with background checking companies.
- Clients: We share your data with candidates and third parties as part of our contractual relationship.
- Suppliers: We share your data with third parties as part of our contractual relationship.
What legal basis do we have for using your information?
Our processing is necessary for our legitimate interests. For certain activities, we rely on your consent.
What happens if you do not provide us with the information we request?
If you do not provide the necessary personal data or withdraw your consent for processing, we may not be able to match you with available job opportunities.
Do we make automated decisions concerning you?
We may make automated decisions during the assessment stage of the recruitment process, but only with your explicit consent.
Do we use Cookies to collect personal data on you?
Yes, we use cookies to collect your personal data when you browse our websites. See our cookie policy for more details.
Do we transfer your data outside the EEA?
No, we do not transfer personal data out of the EEA.
How do we safeguard your personal data?
We have put in place appropriate measures designed to prevent unauthorized access to or misuse of your personal data.
What rights do you have in relation to the data we hold on you?
You have several rights under data protection law, including:
- The right to be informed
- The right of access
- The right to rectification
- The right to erasure
- The right to restrict processing
- The right to data portability
- The right to object to processing
- The right to lodge a complaint
- The right to withdraw consent
How will we contact you?
We may contact you by phone, email or social media. If you prefer a particular contact method, please let us know.
How can you contact us?
Head over to our Contact page.
